Parent Resources

Benefits for Children with Disabilities Booklet

For the parents and caregivers of children with disabilities and adults disabled since childhood, this publication describes the Social Security, Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and health benefits for which a child with a disability might be eligible.
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Child Disability Starter Kit

The disability starter kit will help you prepare for the disability interview or online application.
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Childhood Disability: Supplemental Security Income (SSI) Program

Information for professionals on the definition of disability for children.
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Early Childhood Learning & Knowledge Center

Information regarding Head Start and affiliated programs under the Administration for Children and Families.
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Financial Assistance Program for Children's Adaptive Equipment & Therapy Sessions

Provides financial assistance through Kyra's Krusade for adaptive equipment, physical and occupational therapy or hippotherapy sessions not covered by insurance.

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Going To Work: A Guide to Social Security Benefits & Employment for Young People with Disabilities

Resource guide offers basic information about Social Security disability and health benefit programs.
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How Disabled Children Qualify for Benefits

Information on qualifying for benefits as a disabled child.
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How Much Work do You Need for Social Security Administration (SSA) Benefits for your Children

Learn what criteria you must meet in order to qualify for SSA benefits for your children.
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Insure Kids Now

Families that earn too much to qualify for Medicaid may be able to qualify for the State Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP).
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National Collaboration on Workforce & Disability for Youth

A web page with national resources concerning employment and youth with disabilities.
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National Parent Training & Information Centers

A web page linking parents of children with disabilities to advocacy and technical assistance.
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Planning for your Child or other Dependent with Special Needs

Information about guardianships, special needs trusts, medical needs, educational needs and more.
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Qualifying to Receive Social Security Administration (SSA) Benefits

Find out if your children are eligible to receive SSA benefits.
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Services for Families

Information on services available to families from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Adminstration for Children and Families, including Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) and Head Start.

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Social Security Administration (SSA) Benefits for Children with Disabilities

Learn about benefits available through SSA for children with disabilities (including physical, intellectual and developmental disabilities).
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Social Security Administration (SSA) Multi-Language Site

Information about disability benefit programs in languages other than English.

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Social Security Disability Benefits for Adults Disabled before Age 22

Information about qualifying for Social Security benefits as a disabled adult child.
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Social Security Disability Programs Information

Information on social security disability programs, including the Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) programs.

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Special Needs Parent Toolkit

Helps military families with special needs children navigate the maze of medical and special education services, community support and benefits and entitlements. The Toolkit is broken down into six colorful modules that can be easily downloaded and printed.
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Supplemental Security Income Program Electronic Booklet, SSA Publication No. 05-11000

This booklet describes the SSI program, how to apply, and other assistance available to beneficiaries.
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Ticket to Work Program & Youth in Transition

Information on how the Ticket to Work Program can help ensure the successful transition of youth with disabilities from school to work and adulthood through employment services and work incentives.
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Youth with Disabilities

This section of the The Work Site is dedicated to youth with disabilities, and provides helpful information to youth with disabilities, their parents and families, teachers, and counselors.
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